About Us
Prajogo Pangestu and Harlina Tjandinegara
Founders
"Every day in every way, we work for a better Indonesia, for our children and theirs."
Our Leadership
Our History
Green Guardians Milestone
121 schools achieved the Adiwiyata Award.
Prajogo Pangestu Meets Bill Gates
Indonesian President Prabowo introduces Prajogo Pangestu to American philanthropist Bill Gates, during his visit to Indonesia to maintain partnerships.
Building Schools with Recycled Plastic Waste
In April 2024, a massive earthquake hit Garut Regency. Bakti Barito partnered with Kitabisa.org and Happy Hearts Indonesia to rebuild two schools heavily damaged by the disaster.
Launch of Partnership to Accelerate Stunting Reduction in Indonesia
The Ministry of Population and Family Development, USAID, Tanoto Foundation, BCA, Amman Minerals, and Bakti Barito have launched the PASTI program, in support of the Indonesian Government's strategy to eliminate stunting by 2030. Stakeholders announce $8.5 million in funding to support stunting reduction across five districts over four years.
Built 50 km of Plastic Asphalt
Bakti Barito celebrates building 50 km of plastic asphalt road in Garut Regency in partnership with Chandra Asri Group, the single longest stretch of road made from plastic waste in Indonesia.
The Green Guardians program began as a holistic school assistance initiative centered on environmental stewardship. It helps schools achieve the national Adiwiyata green school accreditation by providing capacity building, waste management infrastructure, and tailored climate education.
Barito Pacific Group commits Rp 110.4 billion to COVID-19 Pandemic Response
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Barito Pacific Group contributed Rp 110.4 billion accelerate distribution of COVID-19 tests, treatments, and vaccines.
Bakti Pangan Lestari launches
Established to boost national food security by empowering farmers with integrated, sustainable agriculture training, the program was honored with a top Indonesia SDG Action Award in the Philanthropy category in 2023.
Fifi Pangestu Officially Appointed Executive Director of the Foundation
As executive director, Fifi Pangestu sets the direction and priorities of Bakti Barito to address Indonesia's educational and environmental challenges.
Renovation of a Senior Citizens Home
In September 2017, Bakti Barito renovated the Wisma Rela Bhakti Senior Citizens Home in Semarang, Central Java.
Construction of Community Centers
Bakti Barito supports the provincial government of Jakarta program to improve the well-being of citizens by building two community centers (Ruang Publik Terbuka Ramah Anak) in Taman Duri Pulo and Taman Amir Hamzah, Central Jakarta.
The centers are equipped with a sports arena, a stage for art and cultural performances, a maternal and child basic health service center (Posyandu), a library, and a playground.
Scholarship for Indigenous Anak Dalam Tribe
Besudut (Irman Jalil), the first member of the Anak Dalam tribe to study at a university.
Flood Relief for Greater Jakarta
In January 2013, Jakarta suffered a massive flood, placing the Capital into a state of emergency. Bakti Barito Foundation stepped in immediately, distributing basic necessities and organizing health service support system to tackle flood-induced diseases.
Access to Clean Water
In April 2013, Bakti Barito built rainwater harvesting systems for several public schools in Indonesia to ensure access to clean water and foster a healthy learning environment.
Marking a deeper commitment to our community, the Bakti Barito Scholarship was launched specifically for the children of Barito Pacific Group employees. The program provides financial support, ensuring access to quality education for the next generation.
Bakti Barito for Merapi
In October 2010, Mount Merapi suffered a volcanic eruption. Bakti Barito Foundation stepped in immediately, launching "Bakti Barito for Merapi", distributing basic necessities and access to clean water facilities.
Bakti Barito sponsored the reconstruction of Babadan Bridge, on which the villagers' livelihood depended on.
Bakti Barito Foundation is Established
(from left) Prajogo Pangestu and Harlina Tjandinegara appoints Loeki Sundjaja Putra as chair of the foundation.
